Description: Constantius II (Augustus 337 - 361 AD). AE3 Alexandria mint, after April 340 AD. CONSTANTIVS AVG; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / GLORIA EXERCITVS, two soldiers standing facing, heads turns inwards to each other, each holding spear and leaning on shield, standard between them; SMALB in ex.

Diameter: AE15 mm

Weight: 1,3 g

Grade: VF/aVF

Attribution: RIC VIII Alexandria 18; Sear 18007

Commentary: silverish-grey patina

History: Constantius II ruled for 24 years, battled invasions and usurpers and became the sole ruler, yet the empire lost valuable resources and manpower in constant civil wars.

Article Number: 031-01-07-44365